Saturday, July 16, from 12-5pm, Nonviolent Activism 101 at the Pride Center of Vermont, 255 S. Champlain St., Burlington.

The Peace & Justice Center’s Nonviolent Activism 101 invites community members to explore strategies of nonviolence aimed at breaking down systems of oppression. In the morning, we take a look at violence and systems of oppression. We start to develop an understanding of how nonviolent strategies are effective in taking on violence. The afternoon focuses on group practice. Together, we identify oppressive policies, institutions, structures, or practices within the community. We then practice developing coordinated nonviolent responses to these forms of oppression. In Activism 101, we build skills and strategies to lift up local movements and efforts that contribute to a just and peaceful world. We look forward to learning, working, and playing with you!

RSVP online (http://goo.gl/forms/FUQeLxe1zi8aGppm2) or call (802) 863-2345 x6. Participants are asked to contribute to what they can to support this program. There is no official suggested donation amount, please just contribute what you can, if you can. I hope you'll join us!